1970 Buick Skylark vs. 2004 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Skylark. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Skylark would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Expedition (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Buick Skylark. (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Skylark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 943 kg more than 1970 Buick Skylark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Skylark. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Ford Expedition (475 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Skylark. (393 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Skylark. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1970 Buick Skylark has manual transmission. 1970 Buick Skylark will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Buick Skylark | 2004 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Skylark | Expedition |
Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 475 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 2572 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3030 mm |